I started (and stopped) this blog post several times. You see, I’ve had a bit of a hard week. I lost something I loved very much. And, writing is hard when your eyes keep tearing up.
Last Thursday, my 2.7 pound Yorkie slipped into our pool and drowned. My husband found her. We were both devastated. While not on the tragedy level of losing a family member, little Ava was deeply tucked inside our hearts, and the unexpected goodbye sliced our emotions like a knife.
Even so, I’ll find my footing again. Despite the hurt, the days ahead will grow steadily brighter.
Until then, I can’t help but ponder how often women face unexpected, life-changing misfortune. Someone out there lost her job this week, or received a foreclosure notice. Another gal signed divorce papers. Perhaps one of you opened the door to a law enforcement officer with bad news.
No one escapes the hard things in life.
And, when we encounter these situations . . . where do we turn?
MOTHER OF PEARL (Abingdon Press) follows the story of Barrie Graeber, a mother who faces incredible loss, and who discovers she must recognize her own vulnerability and learn to trust in something much bigger.
Releases SEPT 1, 2012.
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Kellie-girl, I am so sorry. My heart broke when I heard about precious little Ava. And it breaks all over again reading your post. I am so sorry, friend. All my love to you during this horrible time! XOXOXOXOXOXOX
Kellie, my heart has broken for you since this tragedy. I shared it with my family, as you know we also love our 5lb baby girl Bella.
I know what you mean about the losses and suffering in the world, and I try to keep that in mind and I feel sad, where does my pain really fit in.
I can’t wait to spend some time with you in September….should be nice.
I’m looking forward to seeing you too, Anita. We’ll compare Yorkie stories. Tomorrow, we are meeting with a breeder and will move forward to find another fur-baby to love on.
We turn to the One who says, “Don’t cry,” who sees every sparrow that falls, who feels our pain with us. And to friends for hugs with skin on. I owe you one, sweet Kellie. God bless.
Yes, Margo. I know where my comfort comes from. And hurt is always lessened when shared with others….we are rich indeed, despite pain and suffering this world dishes at times.
I’m so, so sorry. You’ve been heavy on my heart this week. So much love, my friend.
Thanks, Julie. Our hearts are already healing, and we will find another fur-baby to love. Our laps are just too empty.
Kellie,
I’m so sorry to hear about your baby, AVA.
You are in my thoughts & prayers
ox
Thanks, Karen!
Kellie, I’m so sorry. I look at our little fur baby and my heart breaks at your loss. The animals God places in our care have special places in our hearts.
Praying for God’s comfort and peace.
Love,
Lisa
That is so sad about your cute dog–pets are family members and they always have a special place in our hearts. Congrats on your book! It looks good!
Thank you, the pets really do wedge in our hearts. And,let me know what you think of MOTHER OF PEARL!